Job Description

Manager, Safety and Prevention, Human Resources

HR Safety & Prevention

Vancouver, BC

Reporting to the Director, Workplace Health and working closely with Workplace Health Managers, Human Resource Directors and Consulting Services, the Manager, Safety & Prevention plans and manages the strategic and operational injury prevention activities of Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) within the Provincial Health Services Authority and its Agencies (PHSA). The Manager is a strategic partner working with both agency and corporate human resources staff to promote and foster services that enable client groups to achieve their business outcomes, participating in the development and implementation of related policies, procedures and programs as they relate to injury prevention. Accountabilities include supervising and guiding staff in a manner that contributes to their motivation, morale, commitment, contributing to a larger team environment, and participating in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the service. The Manager, Safety & Prevention provides input to the overall goals, objectives and operations of the department by providing feedback and recommendations to the Director, specifically with respect to Injury Prevention

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Develops and monitors injury prevention programs for PHSA including the development and implementation of guidelines, processes and related databases to assist in addressing PHSA strategic injury prevention objectives. Oversees the activities of occupational health and safety programs throughout the PHSA to ensure that the functions are effectively managed.
• Oversees compliance with OHS regulations through the planning, implementing and coordinating of relevant policies, procedures and programs specific to occupational hazards experienced by employees. Ensures a performance monitoring system is in place to measure the effectiveness of such programs and proposed remedial action.
• Ensures the implementation and evaluation of OHS training programs including mandatory programs which satisfy regulations and promotes health and safety in the workplace.
• Negotiates with external vendors and suppliers regarding equipment and services requirements to meet critical service delivery outcomes. Develops and monitors an annual budget for Injury Prevention.
• Recruits, hires, and supervises staff by identifying vacancies, interviewing applicants, and making hiring decisions in collaboration with Director; investigating work and staff issues; and clarifying roles, outlining expectations, and evaluating individual and team performance in collaboration with appropriate internal stakeholders, peer human resources staff and Director. Provides leadership to staff through collaborative coaching, guiding and modeling key behaviours and strategies, encouraging dialogue and providing guidance and advice to facilitate resolutions to work issues. Coordinates and monitors requests for vacation, leaves of absences and sick time. Fosters team spirit, trust and mutual respect.
• Evaluates the performance of the HR area and responds to changing client needs by methods such as conducting continuous assessments of the team\xe2\x80\x99s activities, facilitating feedback within and across programs and responding to changing demands. Commits to supporting an integrated and seamless service delivery model by partnering and collaborating with other HR team members. Provides input into the development and implementation of quality improvement programs and initiatives consistent with the overall direction of HR within the PHSA.

What you bring

Qualifications

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in a related discipline supplemented by eight (8) years of progressively more senior experience. Attainment of a CRSP designation preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of OHS principles, theories, concepts and practices. Knowledge of the range of health and safety disciplines to manage delivery of services to client groups across disciplines, and development of multi-disciplinary strategies. Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety. Excellent decision making skills with the ability to establish and implement priorities and the ability to adapt and be flexible to changing priorities and demands. Ability to lead a team and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Aptitude for progressive, creative and innovative thinking. Effective communication skills and the ability to understand and effectively communicate with others at all levels of the organization. Ability to use related equipment including HR information systems, word processing, spreadsheet, database and internet tools.

Skills & Knowledge

• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission\xe2\x80\x99s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls calls for justice, and how they intersect across the health care system.
• Supports team members on their learning journey, ensuring education strategy for team/department to implement Indigenous Cultural Safety at a practical level.
• Works collaboratively with appropriate Indigenous teams/departments to ensure ICS lens applied holistically.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on your care too \xe2\x80\x93 offering health, wellness, development programs to support you \xe2\x80\x93 at work and at home.

• Join one of BC\xe2\x80\x99s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations \xe2\x80\x93 offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San\xe2\x80\x99yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-time

Salary Range: $102,938 - $147,974 /year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate\xe2\x80\x99s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location: 1333 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G9
Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: 08:30-16:30 (Monday to Friday)
Requisition # 151063E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people \xe2\x80\x93 Be compassionate \xe2\x80\x93 Dare to innovate \xe2\x80\x93 Cultivate partnerships \xe2\x80\x93 Serve with purpose.

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PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments\xe2\x80\x99 unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey\xe2\x80\x94one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

Labor Agreement Excluded
Requisition # 151063E-2404115
Work Site 1333 West Broadway, Vancouver
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $102,938.00 - $147,974.00 / Year
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work 08:30-16:30
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 03-Jan-2024

Provincial Health Services Authority